What Textron does

Textron Inc. is a publicly traded (NYSE: TXT), multi-industry aerospace, defense, and industrial conglomerate founded in 1923 and headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, with approximately 34,000 employees across more than 25 countries and 2025 revenue of $14.8 billion. The company is organized into five operating segments: Textron Aviation (Cessna and Beechcraft business jets, turboprops, and military trainers; $5.9B in 2025 revenue), Bell (military and commercial helicopters and tiltrotors including the V-22 Osprey, H-1, and the upcoming MV-75 Cheyenne II; $4.3B), Textron Systems (unmanned aircraft systems, armored vehicles, marine craft, weapons, and Lycoming engines; $1.2B), Industrial (Kautex automotive fuel and battery systems plus E-Z-GO, Jacobsen, Cushman, and Textron GSE; $3.2B, slated for separation), and Finance (Textron Financial Corporation captive finance; $75M).

The portfolio spans proprietary platforms — Bell's tiltrotor and rotorcraft franchises, the Citation jet family, the RIPSAW M1 unmanned ground vehicle, the Aerosonde UAS, and Kautex's Pentatonic EV battery enclosure — supported by vertically integrated aftermarket service networks (20+ owned and 300+ authorized aviation service centers, 80+ mobile service units) and a 25,000-aircraft installed base that generates ~$2B in recurring aftermarket revenue. Technology integrations span Garmin G3000 avionics and Emergency Autoland, Gogo 5G, Starlink connectivity, Honeywell engines, and Collins Aerospace subsystems on the MV-75.

Textron generates revenue primarily through capital-equipment sales to defense (approximately 27% from the U.S. government across the Army, Marine Corps, Air Force, Navy, and USDA) and commercial aviation customers, supplemented by multi-year sustainment contracts, fractional and fleet sales (NetJets, Platoon Aviation), Foreign Military Sales to allied governments, and direct-to-consumer retail for E-Z-GO and Jacobsen products. The company recently announced a tax-free spin-off or sale of its Industrial segment within 12-18 months to reposition Textron as a pure-play aerospace and defense franchise expected to generate approximately $12 billion in revenue and $1.2 billion in segment profit.

Name

Textron

Legal name

Textron Inc.

Website

https://textron.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Textron is a publicly traded aerospace, defense, and industrial conglomerate (NYSE: TXT) with five segments — Aviation, Bell helicopters/tiltrotors, Textron Systems, Industrial, and Finance — serving the U.S. government, allied militaries via Foreign Military Sales, business aviation customers, and automotive OEMs, with $14.8B in 2025 revenue and a pending Industrial-segment spin-off.

Ownership category

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Product category

Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft & Parts (3720), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Aircraft Engines & Engine Parts (3724)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Aircraft Structures, Airframes & Composites (IMABAMAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Primary Airframe Structures (Fuselage, Wing, Empennage) (IMABAEAA), Metal Airframe Structures & Machined Parts (IMABAEAC), Doors, Hatches, Canopies & Access Panels (IMABAEAF)

Headquarters

HQ city

Providence

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Aircraft Sales (Textron Aviation): Sales of Cessna and Beechcraft business jets, turboprops, military trainer and defense aircraft, and piston engine aircraft. In Q1 2026 Aviation segment revenue was $1.5 billion (up 22% YoY), driven by 37 business jets and 35 commercial turboprops delivered. Backlog of $8 billion.
2. Defense Aircraft & Support Programs (Bell): Military and commercial helicopters, tiltrotor aircraft, spare parts and services. Q1 2026 Bell revenues $1.1 billion (up 9% YoY). 2025 total Bell revenue $4.3 billion (Military $2.6B, Commercial $1.6B). 28.9% of total Textron revenue. Major programs include V-22 Osprey, H-1 (AH-1Z Viper/UH-1Y Venom), MV-75 Cheyenne II.
3. Aftermarket Parts and Services: Commercial parts sales, maintenance, inspection and repair services, and advanced flight training devices. Textron Aviation's aftermarket business contributed $2 billion in 2025 (part of the $5.9B segment total), with 10% growth in aftermarket revenues driven by 25,000-aircraft installed base. 80+ mobile service units and 20+ owned service centers.
4. Textron Systems - Defense Electronics, Marine, UAS, Armored Vehicles: Develops, manufactures, and integrates electronic systems, advanced marine craft, piston aircraft engines (Lycoming), weapons, unmanned aircraft systems (Aerosonde), and manned/unmanned armored vehicles. Q1 2026 Systems revenue $338 million (up 13% YoY). 2025 full-year revenue $1.2 billion (8.4% of total).
5. Industrial Segment (Kautex, Specialized Vehicles): Kautex produces plastic fuel systems, clear vision systems, Pentatonic battery enclosures for automotive OEMs. Textron Specialized Vehicles produces E-Z-GO golf cars, Jacobsen turf care, Cushman utility vehicles. Q1 2026 Industrial revenue $786 million (down 1% YoY). 2025 revenue $3.2 billion. Planned for separation within 12-18 months.
6. Finance Segment: Textron Financial Corporation provides financing primarily to purchasers of new and pre-owned Textron Aviation aircraft and Bell helicopters. 2025 revenue $75 million (<1% of total). Cross-border transactions account for substantial portfolio. In 2025 Finance group made $183 million in payments to finance Manufacturing group's sale of Textron-manufactured products.
7. Dividend & Capital Returns: Textron Inc.'s Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.02 per share on the company's Common Stock, payable on July 1, 2026 to shareholders of record as of June 12, 2026. Part of the company's ongoing shareholder return program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion6 records

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Textron is a multi-industry company that designs, manufactures, and services aircraft (Cessna and Beechcraft business jets, turboprops, and military trainers), military and commercial helicopters and tiltrotors (Bell V-22 Osprey, MV-75 Cheyenne II, H-1 family, 505, 407GXi, 412EPX, 429, 525 Relentless), defense systems (Aerosonde UAS, RIPSAW M1 UGV, armored vehicles, marine craft, Lycoming engines), industrial products (Kautex automotive fuel systems and Pentatonic EV battery enclosures, E-Z-GO golf cars, Jacobsen turf care, Cushman utility vehicles), and provides captive aircraft financing through Textron Financial Corporation.

Product overview

Textron operates as a diversified industrial platform-plus-segments company with five operating segments (Textron Aviation, Bell, Textron Systems, Industrial, Finance) organized around distinct branded product families rather than a single unified software product. Textron Aviation centers on the Cessna business-jet family (Citation M2 Gen3, CJ3 Gen3, CJ4 Gen3, Latitude, Longitude, Ascend) and turboprop/utility lines (Caravan, SkyCourier, Beechcraft King Air 360/360ER, Beechcraft Denali, T-6 Texan II trainer) supported by Lycoming engines; Bell delivers commercial helicopters (Bell 505, 407GXi, 412EPX, 429, 525 Relentless) and military tiltrotors (V-22 Osprey, MV-75 Cheyenne II, H-1 family); Textron Systems provides unmanned systems including the Aerosonde UAS and RIPSAW M1 UGV plus TRU Simulation + Training; the Industrial segment houses Kautex (including the Pentatonic EV battery enclosure), E-Z-GO, Jacobsen, Cushman, and Textron GSE; and Textron Financial Corporation provides captive financing across these segments. Many platforms layer shared integrations — Garmin G3000 avionics, Garmin Emergency Autoland, Gogo 5G and Starlink connectivity, Honeywell engines, and Near Earth Autonomy autonomy software — that connect across multiple brands in the portfolio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bell: Military and commercial helicopters, tiltrotor aircraft, and autonomous flight systems.
• Cessna
• Beechcraft
• Hawker
• Lycoming Engines
• Kautex
• E-Z-GO
• Jacobsen
• Cushman
• Textron Systems
• Pipistrel
• Arctic Cat

Products and services

• Cessna Citation Longitude Super-midsize Cessna business jet offering long range and four-passenger comfort with Garmin G3000 avionics; targeted at fractional and charter fleet operators.
• Cessna Citation Latitude Midsize Cessna business jet offering a balanced combination of range, payload, and operating economics.
• Cessna Citation Ascend Midsize Cessna business jet with updated systems and interior; positioned for fractional fleet operators.
• Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 Light jet generation update (Gen3) to the Citation M2 with Garmin G3000 avionics and Emergency Autoland technology.
• Cessna SkyCourier Twin-engine, high-wing utility turboprop designed for cargo, passenger, and special-mission roles including military variants; new in-flight operable door option for paratrooper deployment expected as a factory-installed option in 2028.
• Beechcraft King Air 360/360ER Twin-engine turboprop family for business, charter, and special-mission roles.
• Beechcraft T-6 Texan II Military Trainer Military training turboprop operated under T-6 Joint Program Office (U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army) for pilot training with sustainment services.
• Beechcraft M-346N Advanced Jet Trainer Advanced jet trainer for U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System with twin Honeywell F124-GA-200 turbofan engines and fly-by-wire controls.
• MV-75 Cheyenne II (FLRAA Tiltrotor) U.S. Army Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) tiltrotor based on Bell V-280 Valor design, designed to replace the Black Hawk fleet; Army's first clean sheet rotorcraft in a generation.
• Bell 525 Relentless Super-medium commercial helicopter designed for offshore, VIP, and search-and-rescue missions.
• Bell 429 Helicopter Bell commercial helicopter sold to corporate, private, law enforcement, utility, public safety, and emergency medical helicopter operators.
• Bell 407GX/GXi Helicopter Bell commercial light helicopter sold to utility operators, law enforcement, public safety agencies, and EMS operators.
• V-22 Osprey Tiltrotor Military tiltrotor aircraft produced by Bell for U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (CV-22), U.S. Marine Corps (MV-22), and U.S. Navy (CMV-22); also offered under Foreign Military Sales.
• Bell H-1 Helicopters (AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom) Bell military H-1 family helicopters (AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter and UH-1Y Venom multi-purpose helicopter) for U.S. Marine Corps and Foreign Military Sales customers.
• Cottonmouth Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) Textron Systems Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle supporting Marine Corps' Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations framework across three variants.
• RIPSAW M1 Unmanned Ground Vehicle Next-generation tracked unmanned ground vehicle with modular open-systems architecture for counter-UAS and reconnaissance roles, developed by Textron Systems and Howe & Howe.
• Aerosonde Unmanned Aircraft System Textron Systems small unmanned aircraft used for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR) and multi-mission operations including naval operations.
• Kautex Pentatonic Battery Enclosure System Battery enclosure system for next-generation hybrid-electric vehicles covering top cover, bottom tray, and thermal management, supplied by Kautex Textron GmbH & Co. KG to leading automotive OEMs.
• E-Z-GO Golf Cars and Utility Vehicles Golf cars and utility vehicles manufactured by Textron E-Z-GO LLC (founded in Augusta, Georgia in 1954) for golf courses, residential communities, commercial spaces, and tourism sectors.
• Textron Aviation Aftermarket Parts and Services Commercial parts sales, maintenance, inspection and repair services, and advanced flight training devices supporting Textron Aviation's installed base of 25,000 aircraft.
• Textron Financial Corporation Aircraft Financing Captive finance arm providing financing primarily to purchasers of new and pre-owned Textron Aviation aircraft and Bell helicopters, including cross-border finance receivables.

Named customers15 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability10 records

Feature11 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor, strategic and core.

• Sabena EngineeringflagshipImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 May 2026Sabena Engineering serves as prime contractor for Belgian Cessna SkyCourier deliveries. Performs mission-specific integration and certification work in Belgium for Belgian Special Operations Forces. Five multirole aircraft ordered by Belgium to support troop transport, logistics, medical evacuation, and crisis response. Deliveries scheduled throughout 2027.
• Near Earth AutonomyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTextron announced a collaboration with Near Earth Autonomy to prototype an autonomous Bell 505 aircraft for the U.S. Marine Corps. The partnership focuses on autonomous flight technology for military applications.
• Collins Aerospace (RTX)flagshipTechnology or IntegrationCollins Aerospace has been awarded multiple contracts from Bell Textron Inc. to deliver five critical systems for the U.S. Army's MV-75 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). The five systems include main power generation, interconnect drive system, SmartProbe air data system, cockpit seating, and ice protection system.
• Leonardo S.p.A.flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeonardo-Textron consortium is one of two remaining teams competing for the U.S. Navy's Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS) competition to replace the T-45 Goshawk jet trainers. Contract cost ceiling raised from $1.8B to $2.7B, with contract award planned for mid-next year. Up to 216 new airframes to be delivered.
• Ukrainian GovernmentstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerBell Textron has established a legal entity in Ukraine and signed a Letter of Intent with the Ukrainian government to explore local manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance of its H-1 helicopter platform (AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter and UH-1Y Venom multi-purpose helicopter). Will operate under the US Foreign Military Sales program. Planning to train local personnel, including embedding engineers in the company's US operations.
• Surf Air MobilityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTextron is a partner of Surf Air Mobility Inc. (SRFM), which advances its electrification and AI-enabled software initiatives as part of a multi-year Transformation Plan. SurfOS software and On Demand charter services are key growth drivers. Palantir Technologies holds 9.4% stake in Surf Air.
• Aerospace Industries AssociationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerTextron is a member of Aerospace Industries Association, paying membership dues of $50,000+ in 2024. Textron and certain of its businesses pay regular dues to various trade and industry associations to participate in association-sponsored professional opportunities, including development of industry standards.
• General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerTextron is a member of GAMA, paying membership dues of $50,000+ in 2024. Total payments to U.S. trade associations during 2024 were approximately $1.7 million, with the approximate amount of non-tax-deductible payments at $265,000.
• National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerTextron is a member of National Business Aviation Association, paying membership dues of $50,000+ in 2024. Participates in industry advocacy, conferences and standards development.
• Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerTextron is a member of AUVSI, paying membership dues of $50,000+ in 2024. Engagement on unmanned systems industry development.
• National Association of ManufacturerscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerTextron is a member of National Association of Manufacturers, paying membership dues of $50,000+ in 2024. Industry advocacy and policy engagement.
• AeroVironment (AV)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTextron is competing alongside AeroVironment (AV) under the Army's Low-Altitude Stalking and Strike Ordnance (LASSO) program to provide man-portable anti-armor loitering munitions for Mobile Brigade Combat Teams. AV is offering its Switchblade 400 system. The Army is seeking to spend $109.5 million to acquire 95 LASSO systems in FY27.
• UvisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUvision is competing with Textron under the Army's Low-Altitude Stalking and Strike Ordnance (LASSO) program to provide man-portable anti-armor loitering munitions for Mobile Brigade Combat Teams.
• General DynamicsflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Marine Corps has awarded contracts to Textron and General Dynamics for the development of a second rapid Armored Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) prototype. Both companies are competing for the program.
• U.S. Government / Department of DefenseflagshipOthersTextron operates as a major defense prime contractor with extensive U.S. government relationships including classified defense contracts. Approximately 27% of Textron revenue is concentrated with the U.S. government, supporting programs like MV-75, ARV Cottonmouth, T-6 sustainment, V-22 Osprey, and H-1 helicopters. Pentagon's $1.5 trillion defense budget request for FY2027 represents a key growth catalyst.
• AeroMechcoreTechnology or IntegrationAeroMech's Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) enables the Starlink high-speed connectivity aftermarket upgrade for Cessna Citation Ascend and 560XL series aircraft. Provides EASA certification for installation at Textron Aviation's European service centers.
• GogocoreTechnology or IntegrationGogo 5G connectivity is available as an aftermarket upgrade for Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation business jet fleet, following Federal Aviation Administration Supplemental Type Certificate issuance. The upgrade provides faster speeds, lower latency, and improved WiFi performance across multiple Citation models.
• U.S. Department of Defense SkillBridge ProgramcoreOthersTextron participates in the DOD SkillBridge program, offering active-duty service members the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience through industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. 14% of Textron enterprise workforce are veterans; 19% in Textron Systems; 19% in Bell.
• Textron Charitable TrustcoreOthersThe Textron Charitable Trust is a private, nonprofit foundation sponsored by Textron Inc. The Trust provides philanthropic support for nonprofit agencies that focus on workforce development, education, arts and culture, community revitalization, and health and human service programs where Textron has a business presence. More than $7 million spent on charitable contributions.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• General Dynamics: General Dynamics is a leading U.S. defense prime with comparable business jets (Gulfstream), combat vehicles (Stryker/Bradley), and naval/marine systems. Most directly comparable to Textron's post-Industrial-separation pure-play A&D profile, including direct competition on the U.S. Marine Corps ARV Cottonmouth program.
• Leonardo S.p.A. Leonardo is a global aerospace and defense prime with strong helicopter, trainer aircraft, and electronics portfolios. Directly comparable as Textron's consortium partner in the U.S. Navy UJTS jet trainer competition and a direct competitor in the global military helicopter market (AW139 vs Bell 412/429).
• Embraer: Embraer is a leading business jet (Phenom, Praetor, Legacy) and regional aircraft manufacturer with significant U.S. government and military sales. Directly comparable to Textron Aviation's business jet portfolio and competes in the light/midsize business jet segments.
• Bombardier: Bombardier is a pure-play business jet manufacturer (Global, Challenger, Learjet) that competes directly with Textron Aviation across the super-midsize, large, and light jet categories. Most direct peer in the Citation family of business jets market.

Broad incumbents

• Lockheed Martin: Lockheed Martin is the largest U.S. defense prime with broad portfolio across aerospace, missiles, rotary wing (Sikorsky), and defense electronics. Comparable to Textron as a major DoD prime contractor and would be a direct peer once Textron completes its Industrial separation as a pure-play A&D company.
• Boeing: Boeing is a major aerospace and defense prime that partners with Bell on the V-22 Osprey and competes in military trainer programs. Directly comparable as a U.S. defense prime with significant government contract exposure and competes with Textron on the U.S. Navy UJTS trainer competition.
• RTX (Raytheon): RTX is a diversified aerospace and defense prime (Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon) and a direct partner to Textron through Collins Aerospace supplying five critical systems for the MV-75. Comparable as a major U.S. defense prime with significant DoD revenue concentration.
• Northrop Grumman: Northrop Grumman is a major U.S. defense prime with comparable capabilities in autonomous systems, manned/unmanned teaming, and DoD program-of-record management. Comparable to Textron as a defense prime contractor post-Industrial separation.
• L3Harris Technologies: L3Harris is a defense technology prime with major U.S. government exposure across defense electronics, integrated mission systems, and space. Comparable to Textron Systems' defense electronics, communications, and mission integration portfolio.
• BAE Systems: BAE Systems is a global defense prime with significant armored vehicles, electronic systems, and military aircraft programs. Comparable to Textron Systems' ground vehicle and defense electronics portfolio and a broad competitor in the U.S. and UK defense markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries12 records

Funding overview

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M&A38 records

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